Most people build a version of themselves that looks successful while their real life falls behind. Kevin and Alan break down the hidden cost of the highlight reel, the identity damage it creates, and why real self-improvement requires consistency, discipline, and better decision-making, not optics. You will learn the fundamentals that never trend, the principles that actually move your life forward, and how to measure real personal development instead of chasing manufactured momentum.

If you are serious about growth, this conversation will sharpen your standards, strengthen your awareness, and force you to confront what your results say, not your image.

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NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.

For more information, check out our website and socials using the links below. 👇

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Email:
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Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
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Show notes:
(2:52) Why the highlight reel hides the real cost of success
(5:15) The fundamentals that build results but never look impressive
(8:47) Financial misalignment and the Super Bowl example
(11:17) The four levels of social-world and real-world mastery
(17:15) Why you can’t opt out of perception in a digital economy
(20:13) When your real world is stronger than your social world
(23:09) Body of work vs the trailer: how trust is actually built
(30:08) Integrity, identity, and the gap between truth and image
(33:17) Outro

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